English EFL Trophy, The Brick Community Stadium (Wigan) on Tuesday,
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As Wigan Athletic prepares to face Aston Villa U21 in the English EFL Trophy on August 18, 2026, both teams present intriguing dynamics. Wigan, playing at home, enters the match with a notably challenging recent form, having secured victory in just one of their last five encounters. This string of results might weigh heavily on their confidence, emphasizing the need for tactical adjustments to revitalize their campaign.
Conversely, Aston Villa U21 comes into this fixture with a fresh sense of momentum, having won their last match. This recent success could provide the young side with a psychological edge and a boost in performance levels. Historically, youth teams such as Aston Villa’s have demonstrated flair and agility, often employing a high-pressing style that could exploit Wigan’s defensive vulnerabilities.
The bookmakers favor Wigan as they offer odds of 1.46 for a home win, reflecting their expected advantage in playing conditions. However, Aston Villa U21’s potential for tactical ingenuity and recent form should not be underestimated. Matchday performance could hinge on Wigan’s ability to adapt and capitalize on home advantage, making this encounter a keenly contested affair with no certain outcome.
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| Wigan 62.8% |
Draw 20.2% |
Aston Villa U21 16.9% |
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Betting Odds
| 1 | X | 2 | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
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1.44 | 4.40 | 5.25 | |
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1.47 | 4.67 | 5.44 | |
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1.48 | 4.35 | 4.80 | |
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1.43 | 4.45 | 5.69 | |
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1.44 | 4.50 | 5.30 | |
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1.48 | 4.73 | 5.60 | |
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1.46 | 4.60 | 5.60 |
Latest Results
| 15.08.26 Cambridge United – Wigan Athletic – 3:2 08.08.26 Barnsley FC – Wigan Athletic – 2:1 penalties 01.08.26 Grimsby Town – Wigan Athletic – 2:0 31.07.26 Southport – Wigan Athletic – 0:0 25.07.26 AFC Fylde – Wigan Athletic – 0:3 |
21.07.26 Tamworth – Aston Villa U21 – 1:2 01.05.26 Aston Villa U21 – Manchester City U21 – 2:3 24.04.26 Southampton U21 – Aston Villa U21 – 3:4 penalties 17.04.26 Stoke City U21 – Aston Villa U21 – 0:1 10.04.26 Aston Villa U21 – Middlesbrough U21 – 0:2 |
Facts
Standings
Draw
Play Offs
1/16-finals
| 1 | Lincoln | Huddersfield | 0 : 2 |
| 2 | Salford | Rotherham | 2 : 7 |
| 3 | Doncaster | Chesterfield | 5 : 1 |
| 4 | Tranmere | Fleetwood | 0 : 3 |
| 5 | Bolton | Bradford City | 3 : 0 |
| 6 | Port Vale | Barnsley | 5 : 0 |
| 7 | Crewe | Stockport County | 1 : 2 |
| 8 | Harrogate | Blackpool | 4 : 2 |
| 9 | Luton | Exeter | 4 : 0 |
| 10 | Swindon | Peterborough | 1 : 0 |
| 11 | Bristol Rovers | Cambridge Utd | 3 : 2 |
| 12 | Leyton Orient | Plymouth | 0 : 1 |
| 13 | Cardiff | AFC Wimbledon | 1 : 5 |
| 14 | Colchester | West Ham U21 | 0 : 1 |
| 15 | Northampton | Wycombe | 2 : 0 |
| 16 | Stevenage | Walsall | 1 : 2 |
1/8-finals
| 1 | Huddersfield | Rotherham | 3 : 0 |
| 2 | Doncaster | Fleetwood | 3 : 1 |
| 3 | Bolton | Port Vale | 0 : 1 |
| 4 | Stockport County | Harrogate | 2 : 1 |
| 5 | Luton | Swindon | 1 : 2 |
| 6 | Bristol Rovers | Plymouth | 3 : 4 |
| 7 | AFC Wimbledon | West Ham U21 | 4 : 2 |
| 8 | Northampton | Walsall | 4 : 2 |
Quarter-finals
| 1 | Huddersfield | Doncaster | 1 : 2 |
| 2 | Port Vale | Stockport County | 0 : 4 |
| 3 | Luton | Plymouth | 2 : 1 |
| 4 | AFC Wimbledon | Northampton | 1 : 2 |
Semi-finals
| 1 | Doncaster | Stockport County | 0 : 1 |
| 2 | Luton | Northampton | 2 : 1 |
Final
| 1 | Stockport County | Luton | 1 : 3 |
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